With the HSC well under way and the IB about to start, it seems fitting to spare a thought for the Year 12 cohort of 2014. This year’s Valedictory Day was held on 12 September. The retiring Senior Prefect Kevin Stathis gave a tour de force speech that paid homage to the humanity and individuality of each boy in the year urging each of them to use the ‘toolbox’ that an education at Newington has provided to build a rich and fulfilling life. Kevin also shared his own story on how he has grown since  Year 7 camp from a fresh-faced newbie to the Senior Prefect standing in front of a crowd of brilliant young men addressing them on their last day of school. Kevin’s sincere, honest and often humorous speech is something that will be remembered for years.

To relive the moment, please click here to read the speech.